Tier 3
African Diaspora Film Festival
New York, United States
- Submission deadline
- 30 June 2026
- Entry fee
- around USD 20
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries
- Format
- Hybrid
Last verified 24 August 2026
About African Diaspora Film Festival
Established in 1993 in Harlem, the African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) is a pioneering, minority-led not-for-profit organization with a commitment to presenting and interpreting the human experience of people of color through film. Our mission is to challenge stereotypes, inspire imaginations, and foster transformative discussions to combat social injustices. ADIFF serves as a cultural bridge, offering thought-provoking content that spans from documentaries to fiction, connecting audiences with the richness of the human experience of people from Africa and the African Diaspora from across the world. Our goal is to educate and empower audiences of all cultures, fostering a more informed and empathetic global community through the universal language of cinema.
African Diaspora Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the African Diaspora Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for African Diaspora Film Festival is around 30 June 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to African Diaspora Film Festival?
Submitting to African Diaspora Film Festival costs around USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does African Diaspora Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. African Diaspora Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is African Diaspora Film Festival held?
African Diaspora Film Festival takes place in New York, United States.
Is African Diaspora Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
African Diaspora Film Festival is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
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